Berberine Pure Berberine Flavonoid >98%

Berberine >98%

Other names: 5,6-Dihydro-9,10-dimethoxybenzo[g]-1,3-benzodioxolo[5,6-a]quinolizinium, berberine

CAS Number: 2086-83-1

EC Number: 218-229-1

Sum Formula: C20H18NO4

Molar Mass: 336.36 g/mol

Appearance: yellow to orange crystalline powder

Purity: >98%

Berberine is an organic compound belonging to the protoberberine group of isoquinoline alkaloids. It is a naturally occurring compound found in selected plant sources, including species from the Berberis genus. In chemical and laboratory contexts, berberine is studied for its conjugated aromatic structure, quaternary nitrogen system and reactivity related to its alkaloid framework.

The product may be used as a research compound, reference material or reagent in laboratory work involving alkaloids, heterocyclic compounds, aromatic systems and naturally derived organic compounds.

Chemical and Physical Properties:

Form: crystalline powder

Color: yellow to orange

Melting Point: approximately 204–206°C, with decomposition

Boiling Point: approximately 486.8°C, estimated

Density: approximately 1.30 g/cm3, estimated

Solubility in Water: soluble, value may depend on product form and working conditions

Solubility in Other Solvents: soluble in selected organic solvents, including chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO and acetone

Type of Compound: isoquinoline alkaloid, protoberberine derivative, heterocyclic organic compound

Applications:

Organic Chemistry:

Studied for its conjugated structure and used in research involving alkaloid synthesis, structural modification and transformation of heterocyclic compounds.

Analytical Chemistry:

May be used as a standard, marker compound or comparison material in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis.

Material Chemistry:

Investigated for interactions with dyes and functional organic systems, including research related to organic semiconductor materials.

Laboratory Research:

Used as a model compound in studies involving natural alkaloids, isoquinoline derivatives and quaternary nitrogen-containing aromatic systems.

Key Properties:

Protoberberine Structure: belongs to the protoberberine class of isoquinoline alkaloids.

Conjugated Aromatic System: the extended conjugated structure affects its optical and chemical properties.

Quaternary Nitrogen Character: contributes to the chemical behavior typical of berberine-type compounds.

Intense Color: the product has a characteristic yellow to orange color.

Storage:

Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Protect from light, moisture and contamination.

Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Handling:

Avoid formation and inhalation of dust.

Use in a well-ventilated area.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including protective gloves, eye protection and a dust mask when dust may be generated.

This product is intended strictly for technical, laboratory and research use. It is not intended for consumption, medical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic or feed applications.